I have now tried this a few times and like it very much.
I modified my black SJ. However, I cannot take credit for this idea. Works great. :)
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When doing a mid-week, or a quick grill job for maybe 2-3 burgers, or, a couple of striploins,
I put the SJ on my 22.5" charcoal grate.
I stand about 6'2" on a good day, so this is a very nice height. :)
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I lite about this much charcoal. In this case, it's a 2.5lb bag of RO that I just picked up for 99ยข.
When I did the striploins, it was close to twice this amount. Steaks were nice and close to the charcoal.
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Getting things going.
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Three 8oz homemade patties going on. Then flipped after about 8 mins. Coming off after 12-13 mins total.
Toasted the buns for about a minute, with the intakes closed.
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I usually prefer a loaded burger ... all the fixin's and such. Just ketchup and mustard for these.
Delicious!!
I gotta get schooled........gotta get schooled......on the high heat !!!!
Great tips, Mac! Especially the handy elevator for the SJ. Brilliant.